The Mexican American war was one of the most controversial wars ever fought in American history. The debate about entering the war was fought in Congress and in the newspapers. Review the ar

The Mexican American war was one of the most controversial wars ever fought in American history. The debate about entering the war was fought in Congress and in the newspapers. Review the arguments for and against the war, evaluate the American justification for war.
Questions: What were the Democratic and Whig arguments during the debate about declaring war? Which of the parties made the strongest argument during the Congressional debates? Why do you believe Americans ultimately went to war against Mexico?
include at least one interesting question raised for you.
cite all outside sources appropriately.